The Board of Trustees of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities has named Kathleen “Kat” Linaker to serve as president of Riverland Community College. Her appointment becomes effective July 1, 2023.

Jerry Girton, a theater educator and director with a wealth of experience at Riverland Community College (1989-2011), at Perpich Center and across the state, was honored with the Minnesota Educational Theater Association’s (META) Dedicated Lifetime Award at the Communication & Theater Association of Minnesota conference on September 18, 2021.

Riverland’s Truck and Commercial Bus Program was featured on SiriusXM’s Dave Nemo Show, highlighting its hands-on CDL training, industry partnerships, and career-focused approach. Program director Jonathan Rymer shared his trucking background and commitment to preparing skilled, confident drivers. Next class starts March 3.

More than 300 fire fighters from Minnesota and surrounding states will participate in the Minnesota State Fire/EMS/Rescue School April 6 & 7. Participants will gain classroom and hands-on experience in a variety of safety courses designed to enhance performance in community fire departments.